December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dallas, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dallas, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dallas, in December, during 11.6 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dallas, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.2 days and aggregates up to 26.1" (663mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dallas, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dallas, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dallas have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dallas, PA

Average temperature in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dallas, PA

Average pressure in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dallas, PA

Average wind speed in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Dallas, PA

Average humidity in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Dallas, PA

Average rainfall in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Dallas, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dallas, PA

Average snowfall in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dallas, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dallas, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dallas, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dallas, PA

Average UV index in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dallas, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Dallas, PA

Average visibility in December - Dallas, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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